Craigdarroch Castle

1050 Joan Cres, Victoria, BC
300 Capacity
$100 to $3,000 / Event
Stained glass windows, exquisite woodwork and stories for the books. The victorian era awaits.. Craigdarroch Castle is Victoria's most unique historic event venue. Built by coal baron Robert Dunsmuir, subsequently a military hospital, college, school board, and a music conservancy, the Castle is now open to the public as a museum. Available for weddings, cocktail receptions, garden parties, photo shoots, fundraisers and more! With multiple rooms on multiple stories, our venue makes for an unforgettable place to host your next event. Our convenient location close to downtown Victoria, paired with the spectacular setting at the top of Rockland neighborhood and the exquisite chateauesque style architecture makes Craigdarroch the ideal place for your next event. *Please note, we are closed for events during the month of December.

Event Pricing

Visitor Center Conference Room
300 people max
$100 per event
One Hour Events & Weddings
20 people max
$800 per event
Elopement in Style
20 people max
$1,500 per event
Garden Events & Weddings
300 people max
$1,800 per event
Classic Events & Weddings
100 people max
$3,000 per event

Event Spaces

South Lawn Esplanade
South Lawn Esplanade
Outdoor Venue
300 Capacity
The Castle
The Castle
General Event Space
300 Capacity
Meeting Space
Meeting Space
General Event Space
35 Capacity

Additional Info

Venue Types
Amenities
  • Outdoor Function Area
  • Outside Catering Allowed
  • Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi
Features
  • Max Number of People for an Event: 300
  • Number of Event/Function Spaces: 2
  • Special Features: Multiple locations through out the house and on the grounds to host ceremonies. Full museum for your guests to wander through before or after your event. Complimentary tour bus stop at the corner of Fort and Joan Crescent.
  • Total Meeting Room Space (Square Meters): 95,000
  • Year Renovated: 1994